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The History Man

Malcolm Bradbury
eng. The History Man · 1975
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Interesting Facts

Interesting Facts

  • The book is a satire on academic life and radical politics of the 1970s.
  • The main character, Howard Kirk, is a sociology professor embodying the radical ideas of his time.
  • The novel explores themes of morality, power, and hypocrisy in the academic setting.
  • The book was adapted into a successful television series in 1981.
  • Malcolm Bradbury uses sharp humor and irony to critique the social and political movements of the era.
The History Man
Date of publication: 9 July 2024
Updated: 14 July 2024
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Author: 
Malcolm Bradbury
Original title: eng. The History Man · 1975
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